Who do I call first for disability services in Hartford County, Connecticut?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Connecticut vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Hartford County.

Is help available in Spanish in Hartford County?

Yes. This Hartford County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Connecticut agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Hartford County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Hartford County, Connecticut

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Hartford County, Connecticut. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Hartford County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Hartford County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Hartford County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Independence Unlimited, Inc. ((860) 523-5021, Hartford)
Project SEARCH — Goodwin University (East Hartford). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
Project SEARCH — University of Connecticut Health Center (Farmington). One-year school-to-work transition program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted at
The Arc of Connecticut. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
175 Main Street (860-550-7500, Hartford)
444 Center Street, 3rd fl, Manchester CHR (860-528-1359 x351, Manchester)
45 Wadsworth Street (860-550-7500, Hartford)
478 Burnside Ave East Hartford, CT 06108 (860-610-6191, East Hartford)
Adelbrook-The Learning Center Of East Hartford (EAST HARTFORD)
Adelbrook-The Learning Center Of Manchester (MANCHESTER)
American School For The Deaf (WEST HARTFORD)
American School For The Deaf Alumni Association (WEST HARTFORD)
001care Inc (214-450-2340, AVON). In-home support
1 Emily Way Opco Llc (732-358-6883, WEST HARTFORD). Respite care
581 Poquonock Avenue Opco Llc (860-688-7211, WINDSOR). Respite care
A & C Elderly Care Llc (860-690-7071, EAST HARTFORD). In-home support
Advanced Home Health Care Agency, Inc (860-236-7701, WEST HARTFORD)
American Home Health, Inc (860-838-2858, WEST HARTFORD)
Athena Home Health & Hospice (203-234-9355, FARMINGTON)
Avery Heights Home Health Agency (860-527-4663, HARTFORD)
Ace Taxi Services Inc (860-222-2222, MANCHESTER). Medical & accessible transport
Allied Rehabilitation Centers (860-741-3701, ENFIELD). Medical & accessible transport
Alonge Transportation Llc (215-207-6213, MANCHESTER). Medical & accessible transport
Ambassador Wheelchair Services (860-257-0885, ROCKY HILL). Medical & accessible transport

Statewide programs serving Hartford County

These serve every county in Connecticut, including Hartford County.

UConn Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Disability Rights Connecticut (800-842-7303). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Connecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities ((860) 418-6160). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Connecticut Assistive Technology Program ((860) 803-0588). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC) (860-739-3089). Parent center: free special-education help for families

Other counties in Connecticut

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